Likely Interview Questions – General & Motivation
These questions are designed to assess your motivation, knowledge of the company, and interest in the internship opportunity.
- What do you know about FlySafair and its role in the South African aviation industry?
- Why did you apply for the FlySafair Graduate Internship Programme?
- What interests you about starting your career in the aviation sector?
- How does this graduate internship align with your career goals?
- What do you hope to gain from this 12-month internship programme?
Role-Specific Interview Questions
These questions assess your ability to apply academic knowledge, understand professional environments, and demonstrate readiness for workplace responsibilities.
- How do you think your qualification prepares you for working in a structured and regulated industry like aviation?
- Why are teamwork and communication important in an operational environment?
- What do you understand about the importance of safety, compliance, and accuracy in an airline organisation?
- How would you approach learning new systems, procedures, or policies as a graduate intern?
- How can attention to detail contribute to operational efficiency and service delivery?
- What challenges do you think graduates may face in the workplace, and how would you manage them?
Behavioural Interview Questions (STAR-Based)
These questions are used to assess your behaviour, problem-solving ability, communication skills, and teamwork using past academic or personal experiences.
- Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team to complete a project or assignment.
- Describe a situation where you had to manage your time effectively to meet a deadline.
- Give an example of when you had to follow rules or procedures to complete a task successfully.
- Tell us about a time you had to adapt quickly to a new situation or requirement.
How to Answer Using the STAR Method
STAR Method Explained:
- Situation – Describe the context
- Task – Explain what was required of you
- Action – Describe what you did
- Result – Share the outcome and what you learned
Sample Graduate-Level STAR Answer:
- Situation: During my final year, I worked on a group assignment with strict submission requirements.
- Task: I was responsible for coordinating tasks and ensuring deadlines were met.
- Action: I organised meetings, tracked progress, and communicated regularly with team members.
- Result: The assignment was submitted on time, and I developed strong organisational and teamwork skills.
If You Have No Work Experience
FlySafair understands that graduates may not yet have formal work experience. You can use examples from:
- University or college assignments
- Group projects or presentations
- Case studies or simulations
- Student leadership roles
- Volunteering or community involvement
- Part-time or casual work
Focus on how you think, learn, communicate, and apply yourself.
Common Interview Mistakes to Avoid
- Not researching FlySafair or the aviation industry
- Giving answers without clear examples
- Underestimating the importance of safety, rules, and procedures
- Showing little enthusiasm or willingness to learn
- Being unable to explain your qualification or career interests
Quick Interview Preparation Checklist
- Research FlySafair and understand its operations and values
- Review key concepts from your field of study
- Prepare 2–3 STAR examples from academic or project work
- Practice explaining your qualification clearly and confidently
- Dress professionally and arrive prepared
- Prepare one question to ask the interviewer
Below are qualification-specific, graduate-level role interview questions tailored to each listed intern position.
Marketing Intern
- How does marketing support brand awareness and customer loyalty in the airline industry?
- What marketing channels would be most effective for reaching FlySafair’s target customers?
- How do you measure the success of a marketing campaign?
- What marketing concepts or projects did you cover during your studies?
- How would you ensure marketing messages remain consistent with the brand?
Finance Intern
- Why is financial accuracy important in an airline environment?
- What financial concepts are relevant to cost control and budgeting?
- How can financial data support management decision-making?
- What exposure have you had to financial reporting or analysis during your studies?
- How does attention to detail support financial integrity?
HR Communications Intern
- What role does communication play within Human Resources?
- How can clear communication improve employee engagement?
- What communication tools or platforms were you exposed to during your studies?
- How would you tailor messages for different internal audiences?
- Why is confidentiality important in HR communications?
Psychometrist Intern
- What do you understand about psychometric assessments and their purpose?
- How are assessments used in recruitment and development?
- Why is ethical practice important in psychological testing?
- What exposure have you had to assessment tools or psychological measurement?
- How would accuracy and objectivity apply in this role?
Procurement Intern
- What is the role of procurement in supporting organisational operations?
- How can procurement decisions impact costs and efficiency?
- Why is supplier selection important?
- What procurement or supply concepts did you study?
- How does procurement need to work with other departments?
Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental (OHSE) Intern
- Why is health and safety critical in the aviation industry?
- What do you understand about workplace safety regulations?
- How can organisations promote a safety-first culture?
- What OHSE concepts were covered in your studies?
- How would you identify and report safety risks?
Software Tester Intern
- What is the purpose of software testing?
- Why is testing important before systems go live?
- What testing methods or tools were you exposed to during your studies?
- How would you document and report system defects?
- How does attention to detail support quality assurance?
Web Designer Intern
- How does web design support user experience and brand image?
- What design tools or platforms have you used?
- Why is usability important for a company website?
- How do you ensure designs are accessible and user-friendly?
- Can you describe a web or design project you worked on?
Asset Management Intern
- What do you understand about asset management in an organisation?
- Why is tracking and maintaining assets important?
- How can poor asset management increase costs or risks?
- What systems or methods are used to manage assets?
- How does attention to detail support asset control?
Airport Operations Intern
- What do you understand about airport or ground operations?
- Why is coordination important in airport environments?
- How do safety and efficiency work together in operations?
- What operational concepts did you study that apply here?
- How would you handle working in a fast-paced environment?
Flight Operations Intern
- What do you understand about flight operations within an airline?
- Why are procedures and compliance critical in flight operations?
- How does teamwork contribute to safe flight operations?
- What aviation-related knowledge did you gain during your studies?
- How would you approach learning complex operational procedures?
Employee Relations Intern
- What is the purpose of employee relations in an organisation?
- Why is fair treatment important in the workplace?
- What labour-related concepts were covered in your studies?
- How would confidentiality apply in employee relations?
- How can good employee relations improve organisational culture?
Remuneration and Benefits Intern
- What do you understand about remuneration and benefits management?
- Why is fairness important in pay and benefits structures?
- How can remuneration impact employee motivation and retention?
- What HR or reward concepts did you study?
- How would accuracy be important in this role?
Industrial Engineer Intern
- How do industrial engineering principles improve efficiency?
- What process-improvement tools did you study?
- How can data be used to optimise operations?
- Can you describe a process-improvement project you worked on?
- How would industrial engineering add value in an airline environment?
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